Russian missile strikes hit Kyiv for third time in a week, causing fires and reported injuries
Russian missile strikes have hit Kyiv again, triggering fires in two districts of the Ukrainian capital and prompting residents to take shelter during an air alert that lasted about an hour. City officials said the attack was part of a third large-scale assault on Kyiv in less than a week. The strikes came as Russia and Ukraine continued to exchange long-range attacks during a period of heightened military pressure.Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Telegram that warehouses were on fire in one district and a non-residential building was ablaze in another after the missile strike. He also warned that the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
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Africa drew $70 billion in FDI in 2025, UNCTAD says
UN Trade and Development says Africa attracted about $70 billion in foreign direct investment in 2025, below the exceptional $94 billion recorded in 2024. Even with the year-on-year decline, UNCTAD said 2025 was still the third-highest level for investment into Africa since 1990 and remained roughly one-third above the continent's long-term average. Egypt remained Africa's largest FDI recipient, taking in about $15 billion. That helped North Africa stay the continent's largest recipient subregion, although inflows there fell sharply from the exceptional 2024 level. UNCTAD said African least developed countries received about $33 billion in FDI, but the inflows were concentrated... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 23:30 LONDON
US launches strikes on Iran after tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz
The US military says it has launched airstrikes against Iran after attacks on three commercial vessels in and around the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command said the operation began on Tuesday and was intended to impose costs for what it described as attacks on innocent commercial shipping in an international waterway. Iranian media reported explosions in the southern port city of Sirik, as well as on Qeshm Island and in Bandar Abbas, adding to the sense of a widening confrontation.The strikes came after a series of tanker incidents reported over a 24-hour period on Monday and Tuesday. The United... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 22:59 LONDON
Australia hosts Pacific leaders in Brisbane amid regional security talks
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is hosting the leaders of Papua New Guinea, Tonga and Samoa in Brisbane for regional security talks. The meeting comes after Australia signed the Ocean of Peace Alliance with Fiji and as Canberra continues to expand its network of defence and strategic agreements across the Pacific. The leaders are also expected to attend the State of Origin match together, adding a public element to a diplomatic visit centred on security.The talks follow a period of intensified Pacific diplomacy by Australia, including the Pukpuk Treaty with Papua New Guinea and the new alliance with Fiji. Defence Industry... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 22:30 LONDON
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China storms death toll rises to 17 as flooding worsens in Guangxi and Hubei
The death toll from storms and flooding in parts of China has risen to at least 17, with hundreds more injured and tens of thousands evacuated, according to regional and state media reports. The latest figures point to two separate weather emergencies unfolding at the same time, with severe convective weather in the central province of Hubei and heavy rain linked to Typhoon Maysak in the southern region of Guangxi. Officials in Nanning, the Guangxi capital, raised flood control measures to the highest level after torrential rain breached dams and damaged a reservoir wall.In Guangxi, at least six people were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 22:02 LONDON
US unseals indictments in cross-border crime probe linked to Nijjar killing
The United States has unsealed indictments charging 37 people in a cross-border organised-crime investigation that prosecutors say includes allegations tied to the 2023 killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. The case is part of Operation Hard Ball, a years-long federal probe into India-based transnational criminal groups. Authorities say the charges span crimes including extortion, drug trafficking, kidnapping and shootings.According to the US Department of Justice, law enforcement agencies in the United States, Canada and Europe have arrested 24 defendants connected to three India-based organised-crime groups. Eleven of those arrests were made in California, while three defendants were arrested in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 21:30 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as Apple surges, chips slump and energy leads the rotation
Executive summary: US stocks finished a split session with the S&P 500 up +0.9% and the Dow Jones gaining +1.4%, while the Nasdaq Composite was essentially flat and the Russell 2000 slipped. The day was defined by a sharp rotation out of AI and chip shares, a powerful rally in Apple, strength in Microsoft and Meta, and firmer moves in oil, gold and industrial metals. Financials and energy outperformed, suggesting investors favored cyclicals and balance-sheet exposure over the most crowded tech trades. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Jul 2026 21:15 LONDON
UNCTAD says global FDI rose 6% to $1.6 trillion in 2025
GENEVA, 7th July, 2026 (WAM) -- Global foreign direct investment rose 6% to $1.6 trillion in 2025, ending two years of decline, but the recovery remains narrow, fragile and uneven, according to the World Investment Report 2026 by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD).Inflows to developed economies rose 11%, while developing economies recorded only 2% growth, reaching $901 billion. The figures point to a rebound that is not translating evenly into development opportunities. The issue is not only how much capital is moving, but where it is going, what it is building and whether it is expanding productive capacity, creating jobs,... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
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Zelenskyy presses NATO for air defence support amid renewed Russian strikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has used a NATO summit in Turkey to renew his appeal for more air defence systems, linking the request directly to recent Russian missile attacks on Kyiv. He said Ukraine needed urgent help to protect against ballistic missiles and argued that the country should not be excluded from the alliance given the defensive capabilities it has built during the war. The appeal comes as Kyiv continues to face repeated strikes on civilian areas and pressure on its air defences remains high.Zelenskyy said Ukraine had developed almost all the weapons it needed and now required European help... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 19:01 LONDON
Day News Recap: NATO opens in Ankara as Ukraine seeks air defences and China storms deepen
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to press NATO leaders in Ankara for more air defence systems after renewed Russian strikes, as Kyiv says the attacks have intensified pressure on its cities and infrastructure. 🔗 Ukraine also launched more than 430 drones towards the Moscow region overnight, one of the largest reported waves aimed at the Russian capital, with strikes also hitting Belgorod and Kaluga. 🔗NATO opened its summit in Ankara with a series of defence spending and procurement announcements meant to show allies are responding to pressure to spend more on security. 🔗 The meeting was also marked by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 07 Jul 2026 18:22 LONDON
Europe closes higher as metals, energy and gold lead a broad risk-on session
Executive summary: European equities finished firmly higher, led by Germany’s DAX and the FTSE 100, while commodities tied to industrial demand and inflation hedging outperformed. Palladium and platinum posted the biggest gains, Brent crude advanced, and gold extended its rally above $4,150. Autos were the clear laggard, suggesting the market is still rewarding commodity exposure over cyclical manufacturing names. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Jul 2026 16:45 LONDON
Lebanese Christian villages reject Netanyahu annexation claim amid southern tensions
A number of Christian villages in Lebanon have rejected a claim by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that some of them had asked to be annexed to Israel. The villages issued a statement on Monday denying the allegation, after the remarks were made in a television interview the previous day. Lebanese analysts and local officials also dismissed the comments as fabricated and inflammatory.According to the supplied material, officials in 15 towns in southern Lebanon with Christian populations denounced the claim and said there was no truth to it. One academic described the remarks as cynical and said they were intended... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
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Israeli strikes kill two in Gaza as ceasefire violations continue
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed at least two Palestinians and wounded several others, including children and displaced civilians, according to medics. One strike hit the Mawasi area of Khan Younis in southern Gaza, while another landed near a tent encampment for displaced families. The incidents were reported on Tuesday and add to the continuing toll from attacks carried out during the ceasefire period.Medics said a man was killed in Mawasi and two children were wounded in the same strike. In the separate attack near the tent encampment, one person was killed and five others were injured. The Israeli military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 13:29 LONDON
Monaco parcel-bomb suspect found shot dead near Kyiv as Ukrainian officers detained
A Ukrainian woman wanted over a parcel-bomb attack in Monaco has been found shot dead near Kyiv, according to Ukrainian prosecutors and security officials. The suspect, identified as 39-year-old Anastasiia Berezovska, had been the subject of an Interpol red notice after authorities in Monaco accused her of attempted murder and placing an explosive device in a public place. Ukrainian officials said the case has now widened into a separate murder investigation involving people linked to the country's military intelligence structures.Ukraine's prosecutor general's office said the body was found near the capital late on Monday, around 11pm local time, and later... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 12:30 LONDON
India and Indonesia sign BrahMos deal as missile export talks advance
India and Indonesia have signed a defence package that includes the supply of two BrahMos supersonic cruise missile batteries, according to officials cited in the supporting material. The deal is valued at about $200 million and forms part of a wider set of agreements covering missile systems, technology transfers and maritime security. It adds a more specific defence dimension to the broader bilateral announcements already made during the leaders' meeting in Jakarta.A BrahMos battery typically includes four launchers and 12 ready-to-fire missiles, along with supporting equipment and vehicles, although the exact composition can vary. The latest agreement would make Indonesia... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 11:03 LONDON
NATO summit in Ankara opens with major defence spending and procurement announcements
NATO has opened its summit in Ankara with a series of defence spending and procurement announcements aimed at showing that allies are responding to pressure to strengthen collective security. The alliance said it will invest about $40bn in anti-drone capabilities, while also moving to buy up to 10 Saab GlobalEye surveillance aircraft to replace ageing AWACS early warning planes. It will also acquire up to five Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton high-altitude surveillance drones, with Norway, Finland, Germany and Denmark signing a letter of intent for the purchase.Secretary General Mark Rutte said the alliance would also work together to acquire, store,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 10:32 LONDON
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Rare tornadoes and severe thunderstorms kill at least 11 in China's Hubei province
At least 11 people have died after severe thunderstorms and rare tornadoes swept through central China's Hubei province, according to state media. The storms hit the neighbouring cities of Ezhou and Huanggang, where videos circulating online showed the force of the weather. Local authorities said thousands of buildings were damaged and more than 300 residents were injured.The weather struck on 7 July, with one student in Huanggang describing how he first thought it was "just an ordinary thunderstorm" before seeing "things started flying through the air" outside his dormitory window. He said many students were cut by flying glass, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 09:32 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Zelensky heads to Nato as Russia, China and regional crises intensify
Volodymyr Zelensky is heading to a Nato meeting in Turkey to press allies for more air defence systems after a sharp rise in Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, including more than 430 drones launched toward the Moscow region overnight and strikes reported in Belgorod and Kaluga. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Iran has staged a major funeral procession in Tehran for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with the body later reaching Qom for further rites, while officials used the ceremonies to project defiance and Iran separately rejected Donald Trump’s military threat and warned Washington against aggression as nuclear talks remain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 07 Jul 2026 08:33 LONDON
Europe opens sharply higher as DAX leads broad risk rally, metals and energy extend gains
Executive summary: European markets opened firmly higher, with Germany’s DAX surging more than 3% and the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 all advancing. The move was accompanied by strong gains in precious metals, a firmer Brent crude price and a softer dollar against the euro and sterling. The opening tone points to broad risk appetite, with investors also rotating into commodities and cyclicals. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Mixed as Seoul Sinks, Gold and Silver Extend Safe-Haven Bid
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended sharply mixed, with Japan and South Korea under heavy pressure while Hong Kong and Australia held up. The Kospi fell -10.2% and the Nikkei 225 dropped -3.1%, while the Hang Seng rose +1.8% and the ASX 200 added +0.3%. Precious metals stayed bid, with gold, silver and platinum all higher, while USD/JPY eased and WTI crude firmed modestly. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
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Former Nanjing official sentenced to death in massive bribery case
A court in eastern China has sentenced former Nanjing official Yang Youlin to death after finding him guilty of taking more than 2.2bn yuan in bribes over three decades. The ruling was handed down by a court in Changzhou city and relates to conduct the court said took place while Yang held a series of posts in Nanjing from 1993 to 2023. The case is one of the largest corruption convictions reported in recent years.According to the court, Yang also used his positions to help others secure engineering contracts, land transfers and financing in exchange for money and valuables. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 06:03 LONDON
Landslide in China's Gansu leaves 16 still buried as rescue continues
A landslide in the mountainous western province of Gansu has left 16 people still buried, according to state broadcaster CCTV. The disaster struck on Tuesday and initially trapped 33 people, 17 of whom have now been rescued. Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered an all-out rescue effort, as emergency teams continue searching the affected area.CCTV said the cause of the landslide remained unclear. The incident comes as the country is dealing with damaging thunderstorms and wider weather disruption across several regions. In a separate development, at least eight people were reported killed by thunderstorms in Hubei province on Monday night,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 06:00 LONDON
China submarine-launched missile test in the Pacific draws fresh scrutiny over trajectory
China has carried out what appears to be its first submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missile test into the Pacific, according to the supplied material. The launch was made from a nuclear-powered submarine and involved a missile carrying a dummy warhead. The reported flight path has intensified concern across the Pacific because it crossed or approached the waters of several island states.The supplied rows say the missile flew over multiple Pacific nations and may have landed near Tuvalu's exclusive economic zone. They also say the exact landing point remains unknown, while earlier reporting suggested the missile passed over the exclusive economic zones... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 04:02 LONDON
Iran stages major funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran
Tehran has held a large public funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the slain supreme leader, in a ceremony that officials used to project defiance and political unity. The cortège carried the coffins of Khamenei and four family members along a 10km route through the capital. The procession was slowed repeatedly by crowds of mourners, making it one of the largest public gatherings seen in the city in many years.The funeral came after three days of public mourning in Tehran and formed the centrepiece of a week of commemorations. The event was carefully choreographed and accompanied by slogans including "death... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 02:33 LONDON
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Iran funeral procession reaches Qom as mourning continues and officials project defiance
The body of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has reached the holy city of Qom, where further funeral rites are due to continue after a major procession in Tehran. Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in the capital on Monday to see the coffin as the multi-day mourning sequence moved into its next stage. The latest developments show the ceremony continuing to function as both a religious event and a political display.The supplied material says the funeral has drawn large crowds in Tehran and that the body was then taken on to Qom for additional ceremonies. It also says... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 01:59 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Mixed as Metals Surge, Hang Seng Jumps, and Kospi Slumps on Risk Repricing
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened with a sharp split in risk appetite. Hong Kong led gains, precious metals extended a powerful rally, and the Nikkei slipped after a strong prior session. The Kospi was the standout laggard, while the yen firmed modestly against the dollar and WTI crude eased. The move set points to a market still balancing growth concerns, rate expectations, and a renewed bid for hard assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
Cuba deepens crisis amid grid collapse and US genocide accusation
Cuba has accused the United States of orchestrating a genocide as the island faces a worsening humanitarian and economic emergency. The allegation comes as Cuba has been hit by an island-wide power outage after the total collapse of its national electricity grid. The blackout has deepened already severe shortages of fuel, medicine and water, while daily life in the capital and beyond has been thrown further into disarray.The supporting report says the Cuban government made the accusation through state-run media outlets more than 100 days after Donald Trump first said he would focus on Havana once the Iran war had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
Morocco says it dismantled ISIL-linked cell planning attack
Moroccan authorities say they have dismantled a cell linked to the ISIL affiliate in Sahel Province after raids across several cities uncovered weapons, chemicals and materials described as part of an attack plot. Police said 10 suspects were arrested in the operation, which they said foiled a planned attack that was already in an advanced stage of preparation. The case is being presented by officials as one of the most significant counterterrorism actions in the country this year.The Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations, Morocco's main counterterrorism agency, said the searches were carried out simultaneously in several Moroccan cities. Officers seized... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 23:30 LONDON
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Wall Street closes sharply higher as megacap tech, gold and crypto rally, while chips and energy lag
Executive summary: US equities finished broadly higher, led by outsized gains in Tesla, Apple and Meta, while the Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dow all advanced. The move was supported by strength in megacap technology, banks, gold, silver and bitcoin, even as chip stocks and energy shares slipped. The session points to a market still rewarding large-cap growth and select defensive and hard-asset exposure, with some rotation away from semiconductors and crude-linked names. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 06 Jul 2026 21:15 LONDON
Austrian court convicts former Syrian intelligence chief of torture and sexual abuse
A court in Vienna has convicted a former Syrian intelligence chief and a former police chief over torture and sexual abuse committed against political opponents in Raqqa. The verdict is a rare example of a European court exercising jurisdiction over alleged crimes linked to officials from Bashar al-Assad's government. Both men were sentenced to eight years in prison.The former intelligence chief, identified under Austrian privacy rules as Khaled al-H., was found guilty of torture, sexual coercion, aggravated coercion and inflicting serious bodily harm. The second defendant, named as Moussab Abou R., was also convicted of sexual coercion, aggravated coercion and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 19:06 LONDON
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Cuba suffers third nationwide blackout in six months amid worsening fuel shortages
Cuba suffered a total disconnection of its national electricity system on Monday, according to the state electricity company, in the country's third nationwide blackout since the start of the year. The outage affected the island's power grid as authorities said they were investigating the cause. The incident adds to a prolonged energy crisis that has left many parts of the country facing repeated and extended cuts.The utility said there had been a "total disconnection from the national electricity generation system" and said it was examining what had happened. The blackout is the eighth on the island of 9.6 million people... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 19:00 LONDON
Day News Recap: Kyiv hit by Russian missiles as Gaza, Iran and Sri Lanka crises deepen
Russia launched 23 ballistic missiles at Kyiv overnight, and Ukrainian air defences shot down none of them because of a shortage of interceptor missiles, with a residential building hit in the capital. President Volodymyr Zelensky said fighting was still continuing for Kostyantynivka and rejected Moscow's claim that the eastern town had fallen. 🔗 🔗On the diplomatic and military front, Ukraine is seeking defence deals with at least seven Nato countries by the end of the year, while alliance leaders are due to gather in Ankara for a summit dominated by defence spending and support for Kyiv. Separately, Donald Trump spoke... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Jul 2026 18:17 LONDON
RSF attacks on villages in Darfur kill dozens as UN warns of rising attacks on children
Multiple villages in Darfur have been razed in attacks attributed to the Rapid Support Forces, with dozens of people reported killed. The violence is the latest escalation in Sudan's wider conflict and has added to fears for civilians in the western region. The report also says the United Nations has warned of a rise in attacks on children.The incident was reported on 6 July 2026, with the source describing the destruction of several villages and a death toll in the dozens. No precise breakdown of the casualties was provided in the supplied material. The warning from the United Nations points... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 18:01 LONDON
Trump highlights D.C. park and fountain restorations near the White House
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "From Greg Wischer at the United States Department of the Interior: "The regilding of the sculpture "Sacrifice" is completed. That means both Arts of War sculptures, "Valor" and "Sacrifice, " were regilded over one week ahead of schedule."" - "From Greg Wischer at the United States Department of the Interior:"Another fountain has been fixed, beautified, and turned on, The Rawlins Park fountain! This fountain was defunct for nearly a decade, and the fountain's plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems all needed repairs. Like other parks with fountains, the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
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Israeli drone strike on vehicle in southern Lebanon kills at least four
An Israeli drone strike on a vehicle in southern Lebanon has killed at least four people, according to Lebanese state media. The attack took place in Nabatieh al-Fawqa, where the car was hit as the victims were returning after checking on their family home. The incident adds to a series of strikes in the south despite a ceasefire that began two weeks ago.The National News Agency said the dead included a school principal, her mother, a foreign domestic worker and a Syrian citizen. The report said the vehicle was targeted by a drone on Monday. Israel has continued to carry... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 16:00 LONDON
Two Assam Rifles personnel killed in militant ambush in Manipur's Ukhrul district
Two Assam Rifles personnel were killed on Monday after militants ambushed their convoy in Manipur's Ukhrul district, in a fresh attack on Indian security forces in the state's hill region. The assault took place near Nungsangkhong, about 16 km east of Ukhrul Police Station, according to a police source. Security forces have since launched a search operation in the area.The attack happened at around 1:30 p.m. and involved explosives and gunfire, the source said. The personnel killed were reportedly from the Sangshak post. No further details were immediately confirmed about the number of attackers, whether any militants were injured, or... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 15:00 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Tech, Banks and Metals Lead a Broad Risk Rally
Executive summary: US equities opened sharply higher, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite and Dow Jones all advancing, while gold, silver and platinum surged alongside gains in banks and defence stocks. The move points to a broad risk-on session, though some cyclical pockets, including autos, natural gas and small caps, lagged early trading. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 06 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
Tehran funeral procession for slain Iranian supreme leader draws huge crowds
Huge crowds have filled the streets of Tehran for the funeral procession of Iran's late supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the capital marked the latest stage of a week of public mourning. Footage from state television showed tens of thousands of mourners watching a flag-draped coffin move through a 10km route across the city, passing Enghelab Square and other central landmarks. The procession came after two days of lying in state at Tehran's Grand Mosalla mosque and followed three days of public mourning in the capital.The ceremony took place on Monday, with mourners gathering first in Imam Hossein Square... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 14:31 LONDON
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Russian strike on Kyiv residential building as interceptor shortage deepens
The Ukrainian Air Force said a shortage of interceptor missiles meant none of the 23 ballistic missiles fired by Russia at Kyiv overnight were shot down. The attack left a large hole in a residential building in the capital, according to the material provided, and a survivor at the scene said she had been terrified. Ukrainian officials said at least 13 people were killed in Kyiv and six more in the wider Kyiv region.President Volodymyr Zelensky said Moscow would continue to hit residential buildings as long as defensive Patriot missiles remained in allies' stockpiles. The strike was described as the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 14:29 LONDON
Wildfire in eastern Spain forces evacuations in Castellon
A wildfire in Castellon, in Spain's Valencia region, has forced the evacuation of around 500 residents, according to the supplied report. The fire broke out on Sunday afternoon in Soneja and spread across rugged terrain, prompting a large emergency response. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze near roads, vehicles and residential areas.Aircraft and ground crews have been deployed to tackle the flames, with water drops reported over burning hills. The response is focused on multiple hotspots and burnt ground, while thick smoke has been seen rising over the landscape. The immediate priority for crews is to stop the fire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 13:32 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Kyiv hit by deadly strikes as regional tensions rise across Asia and the Pacific
At least 14 people were killed in Kyiv after a large overnight Russian missile and drone attack hit apartment buildings in the capital, with Ukrainian officials warning the toll could rise as rescue work continued. The strikes came as the NATO summit neared, underlining the pressure on Ukraine’s air defences and civilian infrastructure. 🔗In the Middle East, Hamas said it had dissolved its governing body in Gaza, clearing the way for a technocratic committee to take over civilian administration. In Iran, a funeral procession for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei began in Tehran, with large crowds lining the route as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Jul 2026 12:15 LONDON
UK jets intercept Russian patrol aircraft near HMS Prince of Wales in Norwegian Sea
UK fighter jets intercepted a Russian maritime patrol aircraft after it repeatedly approached a carrier strike group in the Norwegian Sea, the Ministry of Defence said. The aircraft was said to have flown at low altitude and uncomfortably close to HMS Prince of Wales, the Royal Navy carrier at the centre of the deployment. The incident took place on Thursday, according to the ministry, and involved two F-35 jets launched from the carrier.The ministry said the Russian Bear-F aircraft was believed to have dropped 10 sonobuoys into the water during the encounter. Sonobuoys are floating monitoring devices used to detect... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
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India's NIA names Hafiz Saeed in supplementary chargesheet over Pahalgam attack
India's National Investigation Agency has named Pakistan-based militant Hafiz Saeed in a supplementary chargesheet in the Pahalgam terror attack case. The filing was made before the NIA Special Court in Jammu and adds to the agency's earlier case file on the April 22, 2025 attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The agency says Saeed is accused both personally and as the founder and chief of Lashkar-e-Toiba and its proxy, The Resistance Front.According to the NIA, the supplementary chargesheet invokes provisions under India's Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. The agency also said it has added penal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 11:02 LONDON
Inception42 and Microsoft expand agentic AI collaboration in the UAE
ABU DHABI, 6th July, 2026 (WAM) -- G42, through its sovereign agentic AI company Inception42, and Microsoft today announced a collaboration to advance agentic AI adoption. By deepening interoperability between their platforms, the two companies are helping organisations move from fragmented AI deployments to a governed, enterprise-wide agent ecosystem , giving governments and enterprises access to a wider pool of agents while keeping data processing in the country.This is a key step in supporting the UAE's national agentic AI initiative, which targets 50 percent of federal government operations to use AI agents within two years.The rapid rise of AI agents... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 11:00 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Kyiv hit again as Gaza front shifts, Iran mourns, and Asia-Pacific faces typhoon and missile test
Kyiv was hit by a second night of Russian strikes in a week, with at least 10 people killed, according to the capital's top military administrator, as Ukraine warned of more attacks and fighting continued around Kostyantynivka in the east. 🔗 🔗Russia and Ukraine also traded conflicting claims over control of Kostiantynivka, with Moscow saying its forces had taken the city and Kyiv rejecting that account, while Ukraine said it hoped to sign major drone deals with at least seven Nato countries by the end of the year. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, the Gaza Yellow Line moved deeper into... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Jul 2026 08:32 LONDON
Europe Opens Higher as DAX Surges, Precious Metals Rally and Brent Slips
Executive summary: European equities opened firmly higher, led by a sharp jump in Germany’s DAX and broad gains across the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50. Precious metals extended a powerful rally, while Brent crude and natural gas eased. FX moves were modest, with sterling firmer against the dollar and the euro little changed. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 06 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo Close: Precious Metals Surge as Hang Seng Rallies, Nikkei Slips and Korea Sells Off
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended with a sharp split, Hong Kong led gains, Tokyo was slightly lower, and Seoul fell hard. The biggest moves were in precious metals, with gold, silver, platinum and palladium all surging, while WTI crude and natural gas eased. FX was comparatively calm, with USD/JPY edging higher and USD/CNY little changed. The pattern points to a market favoring defensive and real-asset exposure while rotating away from autos and some cyclical risk. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 06 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
Ukraine hopes to sign drone deals with seven Nato countries by year-end
Ukraine is seeking to sign major defence agreements with at least seven Nato countries by the end of the year, according to a senior official involved in the talks. The effort reflects a shift in Kyiv's role from a buyer of military equipment to a provider of expertise, particularly in counter-drone systems and related battlefield knowledge. The planned deals are being described as "drone deals", but officials say they go beyond drones themselves.Davyd Aloian, deputy secretary of Ukraine's security council, said the initiative covers the wider system needed to detect and defeat drones, including sensors, ground stations and radar systems.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
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Super Typhoon Bavi makes landfall on Rota as major damage is reported
Super Typhoon Bavi has made landfall on the US territorial island of Rota in the western Pacific, bringing powerful winds and torrential rain to the Northern Mariana Islands. Local officials said they had already received reports of major damage as the storm moved across the island. The weather service had warned that the system posed an imminent danger to life.Lou Rosario, a public information officer at the Rota Municipal Operations Center, said residents were experiencing heavy winds and flooding and that some people were already reporting major damage. He also said some cellphone services were down after a tower fell.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 04:59 LONDON
US sanctions Rwandan-linked firms over conflict minerals funding M23 in eastern DR Congo
The United States has imposed sanctions on Rwandan businessmen and companies it says are helping finance the M23 rebellion in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo through the illicit trade in conflict minerals. The measures were announced as part of a wider effort to disrupt smuggling networks moving minerals out of the DRC and into regional and international markets. The Treasury Department said the action is intended to cut off funding that supports the armed group's operations in the east of the country.The sanctioned individuals are Jean Malic Kalima, identified as chairman of Gasabo Gold Refinery, and Bosco Kayobotsi, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 04:06 LONDON
Tehran funeral draws millions as Iran tensions remain high
Millions of people gathered in Tehran for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a mass public event that has become a focal point for anger toward the United States and Israel. Mourners filled major streets in the capital, waving red flags associated with revenge and chanting anti-US and anti-Israel slogans. The ceremony comes after Khamenei was killed in a US-Israeli air strike earlier this year, according to the supplied report.Donald Trump said both sides had agreed to hold fire during the funeral proceedings, adding a fragile diplomatic note to an event marked by public hostility. The funeral was described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 04:03 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Mixed as Metals Surge, Hang Seng Gains and Korea Sells Off on Asia-Pacific Risk Reset
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading opened with a split tone, as Hong Kong advanced, Australia edged higher and Tokyo slipped modestly. The biggest moves were in precious metals, where gold, silver, platinum and palladium all surged, while WTI crude fell and the Korean market sold off sharply. FX was comparatively calm, with the yen slightly firmer against the dollar and the yuan stronger. The pattern points to a market that is rewarding defensive metals and pressuring cyclicals, especially autos and energy-linked names. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 06 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
Russia and Ukraine clash over Kostiantynivka control claims and proposed local ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine have issued conflicting claims over the eastern city of Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region, with Moscow saying its forces have taken the city and Kyiv rejecting that assertion. Russia's Defence Ministry also said Ukraine refused a proposed six-hour local ceasefire in and around the city to allow the handover of fallen Ukrainian soldiers' bodies. The dispute adds to the wider fighting across the front line and highlights how battlefield claims and humanitarian arrangements remain tightly linked.According to the Russian ministry, the proposed pause in fighting was meant to begin on Monday and would have allowed the transfer... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
India to host BRICS anti-drug agencies meeting in Guwahati on 6, 7 July
India will host the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting on 6, 7 July 2026 in Guwahati, Assam. The gathering will bring together heads of anti-drug agencies and senior officials from BRICS member countries. According to the source, the meeting is intended to strengthen institutional continuity and deepen operational cooperation among drug control agencies across the grouping. The work will focus on three priority areas: combating synthetic drugs and precursor diversion, strengthening intelligence sharing and operational coordination, and capacity building and institutional cooperation. During the two-day meeting, member nations will deliberate on the drug situation in their respective countries and... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Day News Recap: Iran mourning deepens as regional tensions rise and Trump steps up diplomacy
Iran’s public mourning for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dominated the day, with huge crowds gathering in Tehran for the second day of ceremonies and authorities saying the six day programme will continue across the country. Senior officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Revolutionary Guards chief Ahmad Vahidi, attended, while reports said Khamenei’s son Mojtaba stayed away. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗The funeral events were also marked by sharp anti American rhetoric, after a eulogist at the Tehran ceremony called for the death of US President Donald Trump. The remarks came as tensions remained high around Iran’s leadership transition and its... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Jul 2026 18:19 LONDON
Ireland says it will work with EU on possible Aughinish Alumina sanctions update
Ireland says it will work with the European Union to update sanctions if an awaited independent report confirms that products from the Aughinish Alumina site in County Limerick are being used by Russia's army. Minister of State for International Development and the Diaspora Neale Richmond said the government would "absolutely work" within any EU decision and that it was taking the issue seriously. He said the matter was under investigation and that the government was "not stalling".Richmond made the comments on a current affairs programme, where he was asked what might happen once the report is published. He said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 16:00 LONDON
Iran funeral ceremonies continue as senior officials attend and Mojtaba Khamenei stays away
Senior Iranian officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Revolutionary Guards chief Ahmad Vahidi, attended the funeral service for former supreme leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Sunday. Mojtaba Khamenei, whose absence had already drawn attention, did not appear at the ceremony. The service took place at the Grand Mosalla religious complex, where Khamenei's body is lying in state as part of a multi-day programme of mourning.Authorities say the funeral proceedings began on Friday and will continue across Iran and Iraq over the coming week. Iranian officials have said between 12 million and 20 million people are expected to take part,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 14:02 LONDON
Mali attacks spread to five locations as army reports militant deaths
The Malian army said it repelled coordinated attacks on five positions across the country, with fighting reported in the north, centre and south. The sites named by the military were Aguelhok, Anefis, Gao, Sevare and Kenieroba. The assaults were claimed by a separatist Tuareg-led group and a regional al-Qaeda affiliate, although the claims could not be independently verified.In its latest account, the army said 20 militants were killed in Sevare and six in Gao. It also said one pro-government fighter was killed in Gao and four others were wounded. In a separate statement, the army said it had repelled attacks... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 14:00 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Iran mourning deepens as typhoon evacuations begin and Trump holds Ukraine calls
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for the second day of public mourning for Ali Khamenei, after the Iranian leader was reported killed in bombing, with his three sons among those attending the funeral events. 🔗Iran also signalled new service fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, while saying China and other friendly countries would receive special treatment, a move that could add fresh pressure to a vital global shipping route. 🔗In the Pacific, emergency evacuations are under way in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches the US territories, with the storm forecast... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Jul 2026 12:17 LONDON
Iran funeral for Ali Khamenei enters second day in Tehran as three sons attend
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran on Sunday for the second day of public mourning for Ali Khamenei, after the Iranian leader was reported killed in bombings by the United States and Israel. The funeral took place at the Grand Mosalla Imam Khomeini, a large religious complex in the capital, where prayers were held beside coffins laid out in the courtyard. Images from the ceremony showed a large crowd of worshippers and senior officials taking part in the public rites.State television showed three of Khamenei's sons - Meysam, Masoud and Mostafa - praying beside their father's coffin, along with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Trump warns Iran as Tehran mourns Khamenei and regional diplomacy intensifies
US President Donald Trump has issued fresh threats toward Iran as public mourning continues for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with Tehran staging mass funeral ceremonies and the authorities expecting huge crowds over several days. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗Trump also said he had spoken separately with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, while his latest posts on Truth Social included a vow not to let rain disrupt his July 4 speech marking the 250th anniversary of US independence. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun urged the United... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Jul 2026 08:35 LONDON
Mass funeral ceremonies for Iran's Ali Khamenei continue amid crowd concerns
Iran has begun six days of public funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with large gatherings expected in Tehran and other locations through July 9. The processions are taking place across Iran and Iraq, beginning in the capital before moving on to other sites. Authorities are preparing for exceptionally large crowds as the mourning period gets under way.Officials have said they expect between 15 million and 20 million people in Tehran alone over the next three days, while overall attendance across the ceremonies could reach millions more. The supplied material says emergency plans have been put in place because... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 05:29 LONDON
Crew reports missiles seen near Strait of Hormuz and Fujairah anchorage
A marine engineer aboard a vessel waiting outside the Strait of Hormuz has described seeing missiles streak across the sky near the Fujairah anchorage during a tense period in the Persian Gulf. The account places the ship in a strategic shipping corridor where war-related disruption has already altered planned cargo movements. The vessel had been directed to drift offshore rather than continue toward Kuwait, according to the supporting material.The engineer, Hifa Salim, said the sighting happened in the early hours of a tense morning while she was on deck before her engine-room rounds. She said the missiles were visible for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 01:00 LONDON
Ukraine strikes major oil terminal in St Petersburg and naval target in Kronstadt
Ukraine said its forces struck a major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg region and an important military target in nearby Kronstadt during a mass drone attack overnight. President Volodymyr Zelensky said the operation hit port oil infrastructure that helps finance Russia's war effort, while also targeting what he called an important military site in Kronstadt. St Petersburg Governor Aleksandr Beglov said the city was under a massive drone attack and confirmed that the oil terminal had been hit.Beglov said 72 Ukrainian drones were shot down over St Petersburg and the wider Leningrad region, and he reported no casualties. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 13:59 LONDON
Clashes in Erfurt as protesters try to block AfD conference
Riot police have clashed with protesters in Erfurt, central Germany, as thousands tried to block roads and stop delegates from reaching the Alternative for Germany's national conference. The demonstrations were aimed at disrupting the party's biennial gathering, which began on time despite the blockades. Police said the city saw large-scale mobilisation around the venue, with protesters attempting to prevent access by road and public transport.According to police, about 20,000 people took part in the demonstrations in the eastern city. Officers reported that just under 100 offences had been recorded so far, many of them linked to graffiti and other property... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 13:31 LONDON
Saudi-led coalition pledges 'unprecedented' force after Houthi threats and Iranian flight lands in Sanaa
The Saudi-led coalition has said it will respond with "unprecedented determination and force" after the Houthi movement threatened Saudi airports and other targets following the arrival of an Iranian civilian flight in Sanaa. The latest exchange marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric between the coalition and the Iran-aligned group, which controls Yemen's capital. It also centres on claims that Houthi air defences were used to stop Saudi warplanes from blocking the landing.Coalition spokesperson Major-General Turki al-Maliki said the group's threats were an attempt to divert attention from its actions in Yemen and to deflect from domestic political and social problems.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 10:59 LONDON
Monaco parcel bombing suspect identified as Interpol issues Red Notice and German police search flat
Interpol has issued a Red Notice for Anastasiia Berezovska, the woman Monaco authorities say is the chief suspect in a parcel bombing that injured a Ukrainian businessman and members of his family. The notice was issued on Friday as investigators widened a cross-border manhunt that already involves Monaco, Germany, France and Italy. German police have also searched a rented apartment in the Frankfurt area as part of the inquiry.Monaco prosecutors said the explosive device was detonated remotely and that the suspect may not have acted alone. Deputy prosecutor Morgan Raymond said the evidence points to a sophisticated attack, with investigators... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 09:00 LONDON
France reports 2,025 excess deaths as Europe's heatwave continues
Public Health France has updated its estimate of excess deaths during the latest week of the ongoing heatwave, saying the country recorded 2,025 additional deaths between 22 and 28 June. The figure is higher than an earlier preliminary estimate of at least 1,000 extra deaths and comes as France experienced its hottest-ever period during the same week. Officials said the death toll is expected to rise further in the coming days.The authority said deaths increased by 29.1% compared with the previous week, while the overall number of recorded deaths rose by about 30%. The updated tally covers the period when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 05:32 LONDON
India designates 23 JeM and LeT operatives as terrorists over Jammu and Kashmir attack links
India has designated 23 Pakistan-based operatives linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba as terrorists, according to a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The move cites alleged involvement in recruitment, infiltration, training, drone-based arms supply and planning attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. The notification also connects some of the named individuals to earlier attacks on security forces in Nagrota and Sunjwan.Among those named are three people described as close associates of Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Muhammad Saeed: Abdul Rauf, Hafiz Khalid Waleed and Rana Iftikhar. The notification says Rana Iftikhar coordinates among anti-Jihadi organisations and motivates young people to carry... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
Iran begins six-day funeral programme for Ali Khamenei as a display of power
Iranian authorities are beginning a six-day public funeral programme for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, presenting the ceremonies as a show of national unity and strength. The public events are due to start on Saturday in Tehran, where officials say they expect what they describe as the largest gathering in the city's history. The funeral was delayed by the conflict in the Middle East and announced only after a fragile ceasefire between Washington and Tehran took effect.According to officials cited in the supplied material, the programme is intended to reinforce cohesion across political, social and religious groups. Tehran's acting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 04:30 LONDON
Four rescued from roof of stranded 4WD in flooded river in Gippsland
Four people have been rescued by police helicopter after their four-wheel drive was swept into floodwater in eastern Victoria. The vehicle became stranded in the Macalister River crossing at Burgoyne Track, about 20 kilometres south of Licola, on Thursday evening. The occupants climbed onto the roof of the vehicle before being winched to safety by the Victoria Police Air Wing.Police said the group, made up of three women and one man, attempted to cross the river at about 8pm local time. The Macalister River was under a minor flood warning at the time. As the vehicle crossed, the rear began... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 02:30 LONDON
Aspen Acres Fire spreads across southern Colorado as evacuations widen
A fast-moving wildfire southwest of Denver has continued to spread across southern Colorado, forcing evacuations in several communities and destroying more than 160 structures. The Aspen Acres Fire grew sharply overnight and was reported at 272 square kilometres by Friday, after expanding by 44 square kilometres in a single night. Authorities have ordered about 2,200 people to leave Colorado City, as well as nearby Beulah, Rye and San Isabel.The fire is one of about 40 large wildfires burning across the western United States, according to the supplied report. Strong winds have helped drive the flames, while smoke has reduced visibility... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 23:00 LONDON
Israeli settlers intensify attacks in the West Bank, targeting water and power supplies
Israeli settlers have carried out a series of attacks across the occupied West Bank, damaging electricity infrastructure, vandalising agricultural property and seizing a water spring used by Palestinian communities. The incidents reported on Friday affected areas near Bethlehem, Tulkarem and Jerusalem, according to the supplied material. The attacks add to a recent rise in settler violence that has increasingly focused on essential civilian resources.In al-Maniya, southeast of Bethlehem, settlers damaged the main electricity line supplying the village, cutting power to the community, Palestinian security sources were cited as saying. The incident was described as the second such attack in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 20:29 LONDON
India announces Modi six-day visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand
India has announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand from July 6 to July 11 for a series of bilateral talks and summit meetings. The Ministry of External Affairs said the six-day trip will begin in Indonesia before continuing to Australia and ending in New Zealand. The visit comes as New Delhi seeks to deepen engagement across the Indo-Pacific region.According to the ministry briefing, Modi will meet Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Officials said diaspora engagements are also planned in each country,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 16:32 LONDON
Khamenei funeral ceremonies begin in Tehran as India sends delegation
India has sent an official delegation to Iran as funeral and mourning ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei begin in Tehran. Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain are attending on behalf of India, according to the supplied row. Iranian authorities have urged citizens, government officials and members of paramilitary groups to take part in large public gatherings to pay their respects.The funeral schedule is set to run over several days and across multiple locations. Khamenei's body is due to lie in state at Tehran's Grand Mosalla before a procession through... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 15:01 LONDON
India clears Rs 52,000 crore defence procurement proposals for Armed Forces
India's Defence Acquisition Council has cleared a wide range of procurement proposals worth about Rs 52,000 crore for the Armed Forces. The approvals cover systems for air defence, anti-drone warfare, naval surveillance and unmanned operations, according to an official statement cited in the supplied material. The meeting took place on Friday, after a gap of three months, and marks an early but important step in the country's capital acquisition process.Among the systems approved are the anti-unmanned aerial vehicle electronic warfare system known as Akash Tarang, the Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile system, and the Very Short Range Air Defence System. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 14:00 LONDON
Russian attacks kill four in Ukraine after deadliest Kyiv strikes this year
Russian attacks on Ukraine have killed at least four people in fresh strikes that hit the Sumy region and the central city of Kryvyi Rih, officials said on Friday. The attacks came a day after a large Russian barrage on Kyiv that authorities say killed at least 30 people, making it the deadliest assault on the capital this year. Ukrainian officials said the latest strikes also injured at least 10 people and caused further damage to homes and civilian buildings.In the Sumy region, a Russian drone struck a residential apartment building, killing two women, an elderly man and a toddler,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 11:29 LONDON
Pakistan crypto deal with Trump-linked firm brings White House access but no pilot project
Pakistan's January memorandum of understanding with an affiliate of World Liberty Financial has not yet produced a pilot project, licences or known transactions, according to officials cited in a report published on Friday. The agreement was signed in Islamabad between Pakistan's Ministry of Finance and SC Financial Technologies, an affiliate of the crypto firm linked to the Trump family. It was presented as an effort to explore the use of the USD1 stablecoin for cross-border payments.The report says Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir were present when the firm's executives were welcomed to Islamabad. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 10:02 LONDON
Australia raises concerns with Beijing over China's maritime activity near Taiwan
Australia has raised concerns directly with Chinese officials over Beijing's recent maritime activity near Taiwan, after Chinese state media described a new enforcement operation off the island's east coast. The reports say Chinese coast guard ships were sent into waters off Taiwan last month as part of what Beijing called a special maritime traffic law-enforcement operation. Taiwan says those waters are not Chinese territory and that Beijing has no right to claim jurisdiction there.According to the supplied report, Chinese state media said the operation took place in June and involved the inspection of 198 passing vessels. It also said three... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 09:33 LONDON
Damascus cafe blast kills nine as authorities say explosive device was planted
A bomb blast at a crowded cafe in central Damascus has killed at least nine people and injured 22 others, according to Syrian state media. The explosion happened near the Palace of Justice in the capital's Hejaz district, placing it in one of the city's busiest central areas. Officials said an explosive device had been planted inside the cafe.There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack. The interior ministry said the device was placed inside the venue, which is about 100 metres from the Palace of Justice. Graphic footage posted on social media showed people lying motionless on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 07:59 LONDON
Tehran fortified for Ali Khamenei funeral as crowds expected over three days
Tehran has been turned into a fortress ahead of the funeral ceremonies for former Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, with the first public events due to begin on Saturday. The capital is preparing for what authorities expect to be one of the largest state mourning gatherings in recent years, with crowds forecast over three days. The ceremony follows Khamenei's death in attacks attributed in the supplied material to Israel and the United States.According to the supplied rows, officials expect between 15 million and 20 million people to take part in the mourning period in Tehran alone. The gates of the religious... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 07:01 LONDON
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake strikes off eastern Indonesia, with no tsunami threat reported
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck off eastern Indonesia on Friday, shaking parts of North Maluku province. The tremor was recorded west of Tobelo at a depth of 120 kilometres, according to the US Geological Survey. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.The quake occurred at 11:31 local time, which was 02:31 GMT, and was centred about 58 kilometres west of Tobelo. Residents in nearby Ternate reported feeling the shaking, including one person who said a chair began rocking while they were sitting at a roadside stall. The Indonesia Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency said the event did not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 06:41 LONDON
Report says Pegasus spyware was used against former MEP investigating abuses
A new report says Pegasus spyware was repeatedly used against former European Parliament member Stelios Kouloglou while he was working on an investigation into spyware abuses in Europe. The report says his device was compromised after he joined a special parliamentary committee known as Pega. Researchers at Citizen Lab said they could not attribute the attacks to any specific government operator.The investigation says the first infection was detected on 21 October 2022, about seven months after Kouloglou joined the committee in March 2022. Citizen Lab described that period as a particularly intense phase in the committee's work, including the drafting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 06:29 LONDON
WHO says cruise-linked hantavirus outbreak is over after final contact tests negative
The World Health Organization has declared a cruise-linked hantavirus outbreak over after the last identified contact completed quarantine and tested negative for the virus. The announcement closes an incident that began after an exposure linked to the Dutch-flagged cruise ship MV Hondius and drew follow-up across multiple continents. WHO said no further cases have been reported since 25 May.According to WHO, the outbreak infected 13 people and killed three. The final exposed contact finished quarantine, returned home and tested negative, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Thursday. He added that more than 650 contacts were identified and followed up by health... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 22:32 LONDON
India and Japan discuss West Asia, Ukraine and maritime security at summit talks
India and Japan have held summit talks in New Delhi covering a wide range of security and diplomatic issues, including the West Asia crisis, the Ukraine conflict and maritime stability in the Indo-Pacific. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi also discussed cross-border terrorism from Pakistan, according to the joint statement released after the meeting. The talks placed particular emphasis on regional sea lanes, supply chains and cooperation with other partners in Asia.The two leaders stressed the importance of securing free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, maintaining stable supply chains for energy and other... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 20:01 LONDON
Fragile ceasefire leaves Strait of Hormuz shipping disrupted as dozens of boats wait offshore
Reporting from the Strait of Hormuz shows shipping remains disrupted despite a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Dozens of boats are still anchored in the waterway, waiting for permission to move. The scene highlights how quickly the situation around one of the world's busiest oil routes can still shift.The latest report says an agreement reached last month to end the war between the United States and Iran is under renewed strain after attacks by both sides. Just beyond the strait, in the port of Bandar Abbas, ordinary Iranians are trying to continue daily life while the wider... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 19:59 LONDON
Gulf states move to diversify security alliances after US-Iran war
Gulf Cooperation Council states are accelerating efforts to broaden their security partnerships after the United States-Israel war on Iran, according to analysts cited in the supplied material. The shift comes as the region continues to absorb the effects of the conflict and as Tehran and Washington hold talks toward a lasting agreement. The countries involved are also said to be seeking greater regional autonomy while maintaining their existing ties with Washington.The immediate trigger described in the source is the war that began on 28 February, during which Iranian attacks targeted military bases hosting US troops and some civilian sites in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 19:30 LONDON
UK PM Starmer apologises in parliament for state role in forced adoptions
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has issued a formal apology in parliament for the state's role in decades of forced adoptions involving unmarried mothers and their babies. He described the policy as a stain on the country's history and said the government was deeply and profoundly sorry to everyone affected. The apology comes after years of pressure from campaigners and a parliamentary committee that had already called for an official response.According to the material presented in parliament, the system operated between 1949 and 1976 and involved the government, Christian churches and other institutions. An estimated 185,000 children were forcibly adopted... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 16:35 LONDON
Russia accused of 18-month drone surveillance campaign over European nuclear sites
Researchers have accused Russia of running an 18-month drone surveillance campaign targeting nuclear and military sites across several European countries. The analysis, published on 2 July, says 144 incidents were examined and that the pattern stretched across the United Kingdom, France, Belgium and the Netherlands. The report says the activity involved repeated drone sightings over sensitive locations, including airbases and nuclear-related facilities.The International Institute of Strategic Studies said the incidents began in late 2024 and showed Russian intelligence operating with what it described as substantial impunity. According to the analysis, drones were repeatedly seen over airbases and airports, but none... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 10:03 LONDON
South Africa arrests more than 900 after antimigrant protests turn violent
South African police have arrested more than 900 people during nationwide antimigrant protests that were mostly peaceful but turned violent in some places. The demonstrations were held across the country on Tuesday and were organised by a coalition of more than 20 civil society groups, including the March and March movement. They were linked to an unofficial deadline for undocumented migrants to leave the country, and police said the marches were monitored in several provinces.Deputy National Police Commissioner Tebello Mosikili said on Wednesday that 120 marches were held nationwide, with 108 remaining peaceful and 12 requiring police intervention. She said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 08:30 LONDON
Russia's petrol crisis worsens as citizens feel the impact of the war in Ukraine
Russia is facing a worsening petrol crisis that is increasingly being felt by ordinary citizens, according to the supplied report. The situation is described as a fresh development in the country's domestic fuel market, with the effects now reaching consumers more directly. The incident is taking place in Russia and is linked in the report to Moscow's war in Ukraine.The available material confirms that the report was published on 2 July 2026 at 06:00 UTC. It does not provide a detailed breakdown of affected regions, fuel grades, or official figures, but it clearly frames the problem as a deterioration rather... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 07:10 LONDON
US diplomat urges Taiwan to build a dense drone force to deter conflict
The top United States diplomat in Taiwan has urged the island to build what he called a "hornet's nest" of drones, saying the technology could help deter conflict and strengthen regional security. Raymond Greene made the remarks at a drone forum in Taichung on Thursday, describing drones as a "game-changing opportunity" for Taiwan's defence. He said the United States and Taiwan could help anchor democratic drone production and reinforce deterrence.Greene, who heads the American Institute in Taiwan, said Taiwan should develop air, surface and subsurface drones in large numbers. He linked the proposal to lessons from Ukraine, saying drones had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 07:04 LONDON
Wildfires in Greece force evacuations and kill two near Thessaloniki
Wildfires are burning across several parts of Greece, with the most serious damage reported near the northern city of Thessaloniki and in the central region of Fthiotida. Two people have died in the blaze near Thessaloniki, while authorities have urged residents in two villages in central Greece to leave their homes as firefighters battle another front. The fires are part of a wider outbreak that also saw other blazes break out in northern, central and southern parts of the country on Wednesday.Firefighters said the dead in the northern fire were a father and his 12-year-old son. The boy's body was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 06:00 LONDON
India announces major military leadership reshuffle across Army and Air Force
India has announced a series of senior military leadership changes, with new appointments across the Army and Air Force taking effect on Wednesday. General Dhiraj Seth took over as the 31st Chief of Army Staff, while Lt Gen Sandeep Jain became the Army's Vice-Chief. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was appointed Vice-Chief of the Air Staff, and Air Marshal Tejinder Singh took charge as the new Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee.The changes affect some of the country's most senior defence posts and were made as part of a wider reshuffle in the armed forces.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 22:35 LONDON
India names General Dhiraj Seth as Army Chief, unveils VIJAY modernisation roadmap
General Dhiraj Seth has taken charge as India's 31st Chief of Army Staff and set out a modernisation agenda for the Indian Army. In his first remarks after assuming office on Wednesday, he said the force must respond to an evolving security environment with renewed energy and firm resolve. He also said the Army should become technology-enabled, future-ready and capable of operating across multiple domains.Gen Seth framed his priorities through the acronym VIJAY, which he said stands for Vigilance, Innovation, Transformation, Jointness, Atmanirbharta and Yodha First. He said vigilance was needed along borders and against emerging threats, while innovation should... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 17:30 LONDON
Algeria votes for a new parliament amid fears of record-low turnout
Algerians are voting on Wednesday to elect a new parliament, in a contest shaped by deep political apathy, post-Hirak distrust and disputes over candidate exclusions. The vote is taking place across the country under an open-list proportional representation system. It is being watched less for which parties will win than for how many citizens will participate.The Independent National Authority of Elections says more than 24.7 million registered voters are eligible, including about 854,000 people living abroad. Karim Khalfane, the authority's interim head, said more than 3,700 prospective candidates were barred from running, while about 10,000 were approved. Authorities say many... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 15:02 LONDON
US heatwave puts nearly 120 million under extreme heat warnings ahead of July 4 holiday
A severe and prolonged heatwave is affecting much of the United States this week, with nearly 120 million people under extreme heat warnings as the country heads into the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The National Weather Service says the dangerous spell is stretching from the Midwest to the East Coast and is expected to bring sweltering daytime temperatures, high humidity and very warm nights. Officials have warned that the combination of heat and duration makes the event particularly dangerous.The weather service said temperatures are expected to range between 32C and 40C in many areas, with some locations potentially reaching... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 14:00 LONDON
Lebanon-Israel declaration draws criticism amid warnings of future conflict
A newly signed Lebanon-Israel declaration has triggered sharp criticism in Lebanon, with Hezbollah and its allies among those condemning the document. The agreement, described in the supplied material as a declaration of intent, follows months of war, pressure and diplomatic choreography. It has also prompted protests in the streets and criticism in the media, according to the source material.The text is presented as a framework in which Lebanon and Israel express an ambition to end conflict, but without resolving the core issues that have long divided them. The supplied material says the document is unrealistic, politically explosive and constitutionally suspect.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 10:06 LONDON
Netanyahu says Israel's pursuit of 'total victory' against Iran 'never ends'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel's pursuit of "total victory" against Iran and its proxies "never ends," in remarks that underline the continuing tension between Israel and the Iranian-led regional network. In an interview on Channel 14, he said Israel had weakened its adversaries considerably but still had "more work to do." He also said Israel could strike Iran again "if necessary." Netanyahu was asked whether his pledge of "total victory" in the Gaza war was still in force, and he answered that it was. He said Israel is "stronger than it has ever been" and argued that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 10:00 LONDON
Myanmar civil war death toll passes 100,000, conflict monitor says
More than 100,000 people have been killed in Myanmar since the military coup in February 2021 triggered a civil war, according to a conflict monitor. The estimate marks a grim milestone in a conflict that has spread across the country over the past five years. Analysts say the war is now the deadliest active conflict in Asia.Armed Conflict Location & Event Data, known as ACLED, said there have been 100,114 conflict-related fatalities since the coup. The figure was cited by a senior analyst at the group, which compiles data from media reports of violence. There is no official nationwide death... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 08:02 LONDON
UN warns millions at risk as UNRWA faces $100m funding gap
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on countries to help close a $100m funding gap facing the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA. He warned that the shortfall, combined with sweeping restrictions on the agency's work, is putting millions of Palestinians at risk across the occupied Palestinian territory and the wider region. The appeal was made at a donor conference on Tuesday.Guterres said UNRWA's situation had become increasingly precarious because of the funding gap and restrictions imposed by Israel on its operations throughout the occupied Palestinian territory. He said the safety and welfare of millions of Palestine refugees was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 04:30 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 LONDON
Is the Italian Prime Minister the Visionary Leader Europe Needs? An Analysis of Executive Decisiveness, National Security, and the Contrast in European Integration Policies
A Continent in Institutional Deadlock While the rest of Europe remains entangled in a web of bureaucratic deadlock and human rights litigation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has quietly established herself as a leader operating far ahead of her continental peers. For years, European leaders have debated how to handle radicalism and unchecked migration, often waiting for institutional consensus that arrives too late. Meloni, conversely, has demonstrated a willingness to prioritize state security over political correctness, offering a blueprint for a continent facing asymmetric threats. The Contrast in European Legislative Approvals The contrast between Italy’s swift, executive decisiveness and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 25 Jun 2026 09:58 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance
As I sat in a recent debate at the historic Carlton Club in London, listening to Faisal Abbas, the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, I felt a tangible shift in the room, not because a new fact had been revealed, but because an old illusion had finally lost its last breath. The old-world order has not merely changed, it has evaporated, leaving the Gulf to realize it is no longer watching a distant fire from the safety of marble towers and air-conditioned ministries, but is instead standing directly inside the smoke. The GCC today is caught in a lethal crossfire between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 LONDON
The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory
As a journalist in my mid-fifties, I thought my skin had thickened to the point of being impenetrable. I have covered the rise and fall of regimes, the grinding gears of the Cold War's leftovers, and the digital revolutions that promised to unite us. I thought I had seen every trick in the political playbook. Then came Donald Trump’s 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 LONDON
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iran’s most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
The Proving Ground, When “Decent” Reporting Meets High-Tech Warfare
For two decades I have watched wars unfold not only on battlefields, but on screens. Today’s incident over Kuwait, involving the downing of a U.S. F-15 Strike Eagle, is not just another headline in the Iran conflict. It may be a signal that something larger is unfolding behind the noise. Iranian state outlets rapidly circulated imagery of an ejected pilot. Washington responded cautiously. But beneath the spectacle lies a deeper question, whose technology was truly being tested? The Gulf as a live-fire laboratory For years, China has refined export-ready variants of its air defense systems, particularly the HQ-9 family and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Mar 2026 09:36 LONDON
WAR CRIMES OR HUMANITY ON LIFE SUPPORT?
The Thin, Bloody Line Between Justice and Jungle Rule IS KILLING WITHOUT MERCY NOW LEGAL? By Anthony Sterling In September 2025, the United States military launched what became known as Operation Southern Spear, a lethal campaign targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in international waters. The stated objective was to combat narco trafficking networks operating beyond territorial jurisdiction. The ethical shock came on 2 September 2025, when a double strike in the Caribbean left survivors clinging to wreckage for nearly an hour. Drone footage reportedly showed two individuals waving from debris after the first impact. Instead of rescue, three additional munitions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Feb 2026 17:39 LONDON
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of Iran–United States Tensions
A Region on Edge: The Latest Escalation In recent months, tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified once again, fueled by disputes over regional security, nuclear development, maritime incidents in the Persian Gulf, and the broader strategic balance in the Middle East. Officials in Washington have expressed renewed concern over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels, while leaders in Tehran have accused the United States of economic warfare through sanctions and diplomatic isolation. The fragile equilibrium that followed earlier rounds of indirect negotiations appears increasingly strained, with both sides engaging in sharp rhetoric at the United Nations, reinforcing military postures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 08:49 LONDON
The role of community policing in nurturing acceptance
In a highly polarized world and a highly volatile situation, many wars are perturbing the lives of many, forcing governments to take real measures to protect their citizens. Away from the geopolitical analysis and speculation, I would like to highlight one of many important aspects related to war preparation, which is the protocol of living in community shelters, historically comparable to the use of air raid shelters during major conflicts. During the war in Lebanon in the mid-eighties, I published an article about this protocol, and it seems very relevant to these days. 1- This is not your house: A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 07:35 LONDON
